Facial Exercises: Are They Worth The Effort?

There’s no doubt that facial exercises are among the oldest methods of anti-aging. Yoga practitioners in India have practised it for thousands of years, and popular culture has embraced a variety of iterations since the early 20^th century.

Technology life Emface, and at-home electrical-current muscle stimulator devices, are making it easier than ever to build facial muscles strategically than ever before, potentially resulting in a younger appearance. With regular workout sessions, our facial muscles might also become more lifted and taut, just as we exercise our bodies at the gym. Here’s what you need to know.

Facial Exercise: What Is It?

The idea is to make repetitive motions and exaggerated expressions to activate and build muscle. Creating a more robust matrix for the face may decrease the likelihood of sagging around the jaw and eyes. Exercising helps the fat pads stay in place, making a face look younger and fuller.

How Does It Work?

People overuse specific muscles, which weakens their opposites. A Northwestern University study showed that 20 weeks of daily facial exercises resulted in firmer skin and fuller cheeks. A protocol involved 30 minutes of exercise daily for the first eight weeks, followed by every other day. Doris Day, MD, a New York City dermatologist, recommends daily facial activities.

Home Exercises For Anti-Aging Facials?

Researchers at Northwestern University studied exercises developed by Gary Sikorski of Happy Face Yoga. In terms of effectiveness, The Cheek Lifter and The Eyebrow Lifter were the two that proved most effective.

To do the Cheek Lifter, open your mouth to form an O, pull your upper lip over the top teeth, and smile. Repeat twice by placing fingers lightly on the cheek, relaxing the muscles, lowering, and lifting. The Eyebrow Lifter works by smiling and pressing three fingertips under your eyebrows. Close your upper eyelids tightly and roll your eyeballs up while frowning your eyebrows. Relax after 20 seconds.